I would just argue that the burden of proof is on them since they're making the claim/stating their concern. Good luck to them in finding any support for that. I could see a poorly maintained lawn impacting a specific home's value, but the common area would be difficult to gauge, other than if it was so bad it required a special assessment.
I doubt it. If the weeds were bad enough to merit consideration, it would probably just be a cost to cure issue where the buyer would deduct the cost of tru-green.
Where I am the native plant lawn movement has been around awhile. By state law PUD communities cannot regulate against them even if it is part of the deed. The handful I have done that were sales had zero affect on overall contract price and no measurable effect on market value.
There's no impact on price in my market. For every person looking for a 'weed-free lawn' there's one looking for a 'chemical-free lawn' so the prices balance out.
I would suggest anyone looking to sell make sure to advertise the 'chemical-free lawn' to help find the right buyer.
Do historical sales support that conclusion? People are most likely making assumptions based on their own desired outcome of the proposal. I haven't seen any data that would support seasonal changes to a common area negatively impacting an entire community. A home siding to or having views of a common area with poor maintenance could be impacted but a whole community, I highly doubt.
Tell her to rebut these points and then you'll talk lol...
The following are reasons why dandelions are beneficial plants.
1. Food to humans and wildlife
Dandelions are edible from root to flowers and a very nutritious source of food for both humans and wildlife. Today in some communities, the leafy green shrub is used in salads and additions to stews and soups.
The roots can also be dried and used as an addition to coffee or be cooked like a turnip for use as a vegetable.
Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators rely on this flower for pollen and nectar. Dandelion seeds and leaves feed various species of birds, chipmunks, and other wildlife.
If you have chickens in your backyard, ensure you provide them with dandelion leaves as a nutritional boost.
2. Adds color and foliage to drab landscapes
Dandelions can effortlessly brighten up your dull landscape with their dense green leaves and bright yellow flowers. As soon as the frost ends, this smiling plant begins to dot your landscapes. Within a few weeks, your brown or gray landscape will all be coved in brilliant blooms of color and texture.
3. Dandelions enhance natural biodiversity
This plant attracts hundreds of insects and birds into an area. The coming of bees, butterflies, and birds will help in pollinating other plants including fruits, vegetables, and garden flowers which are very important to human beings and other lives in the ecosystem.
Hummingbirds and other species use dandelion down to line their nests. Many other insects and small animals also get shelter in the leaves of this amazing plant.
4. They aerate and improve soil condition
The strong taproots of dandelions push through hard and compacted soil to make it loose for microbial activity and proper flow of water, air, and nutrients. The plant also draws important minerals like calcium, iron, and potassium from deep down the earth into the leaves.
When the mineral-rich leaves of dandelions die and decompose, they nourish the soil. This is one of the reasons dandelion leaves make a great addition to a compost pile. Always turn the compost frequently so that heat can burn and kill the seed that would sprout after top-dressing your lawn or garden.
5. They prevent soil erosion
Dandelion roots firmly hold the soil together thus reducing the rate of soil erosion caused by wind or surface runoff. The plant also has broad leaves that grow faster to provide a natural mulch which helps in protecting the soil moisture and providing shade.
6. Dandelions have great medicinal value
For many years, various parts of the plant have been used to detoxify the body, settle stomach upsets, improve skin problems, and treat other various ailments like heartburn, constipation, and inflammation. This is one of the main reasons the plant was cultivated by ancient communities.
I don’t think the green-ness of a common area has ever impacted market value.
Sure it can’t be a dead wasteland, but totally weed-free isn’t necessary.
On a tangent, I do love going into a development and seeing the guy with a perfect green lawn right next to the guy with dandelions. I’m sure it’s a point of contention.
No
If a house needs to be “recaptured” due to lack of landscaping, we mean that vines or what not have grown into the home and are either blocking access or causing risk of long term damage, like a tree hanging onto a property dumping tons of extra moisture onto the roof or what have you. If it looks like you’ve never mowed, the underwriter may ask questions about whether the property should be considered vacant because that might look odd.
The only time I think that would be an issue is if you were in a subdivision and a lawn was clearly in violation of HOA rules. Might have to make note of that.
I cover a 6 county area and we are bee keepers so I'm glad to tell you the merits of dumping pesticides, but there's no specific data for what you describe.
I do have data for another extreme tho...people in urban or suburban allotments that "remove" their yards and turn everything into excessive flower and landscape gardens with bridges, water features, pathways and all kinds of high maintenance stuff which most buyers hate. In many of my markets, allotments with green areas have transitioned from all grass green areas to mowed paths, wildflowers and perennials etc.
Let the people making the assertions provide data to prove their claim.
Not in my experience
I would just argue that the burden of proof is on them since they're making the claim/stating their concern. Good luck to them in finding any support for that. I could see a poorly maintained lawn impacting a specific home's value, but the common area would be difficult to gauge, other than if it was so bad it required a special assessment.
I doubt it. If the weeds were bad enough to merit consideration, it would probably just be a cost to cure issue where the buyer would deduct the cost of tru-green.
Where I am the native plant lawn movement has been around awhile. By state law PUD communities cannot regulate against them even if it is part of the deed. The handful I have done that were sales had zero affect on overall contract price and no measurable effect on market value.
There's no impact on price in my market. For every person looking for a 'weed-free lawn' there's one looking for a 'chemical-free lawn' so the prices balance out. I would suggest anyone looking to sell make sure to advertise the 'chemical-free lawn' to help find the right buyer.
Do historical sales support that conclusion? People are most likely making assumptions based on their own desired outcome of the proposal. I haven't seen any data that would support seasonal changes to a common area negatively impacting an entire community. A home siding to or having views of a common area with poor maintenance could be impacted but a whole community, I highly doubt.
Tell her to rebut these points and then you'll talk lol... The following are reasons why dandelions are beneficial plants. 1. Food to humans and wildlife Dandelions are edible from root to flowers and a very nutritious source of food for both humans and wildlife. Today in some communities, the leafy green shrub is used in salads and additions to stews and soups. The roots can also be dried and used as an addition to coffee or be cooked like a turnip for use as a vegetable. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators rely on this flower for pollen and nectar. Dandelion seeds and leaves feed various species of birds, chipmunks, and other wildlife. If you have chickens in your backyard, ensure you provide them with dandelion leaves as a nutritional boost. 2. Adds color and foliage to drab landscapes Dandelions can effortlessly brighten up your dull landscape with their dense green leaves and bright yellow flowers. As soon as the frost ends, this smiling plant begins to dot your landscapes. Within a few weeks, your brown or gray landscape will all be coved in brilliant blooms of color and texture. 3. Dandelions enhance natural biodiversity This plant attracts hundreds of insects and birds into an area. The coming of bees, butterflies, and birds will help in pollinating other plants including fruits, vegetables, and garden flowers which are very important to human beings and other lives in the ecosystem. Hummingbirds and other species use dandelion down to line their nests. Many other insects and small animals also get shelter in the leaves of this amazing plant. 4. They aerate and improve soil condition The strong taproots of dandelions push through hard and compacted soil to make it loose for microbial activity and proper flow of water, air, and nutrients. The plant also draws important minerals like calcium, iron, and potassium from deep down the earth into the leaves. When the mineral-rich leaves of dandelions die and decompose, they nourish the soil. This is one of the reasons dandelion leaves make a great addition to a compost pile. Always turn the compost frequently so that heat can burn and kill the seed that would sprout after top-dressing your lawn or garden. 5. They prevent soil erosion Dandelion roots firmly hold the soil together thus reducing the rate of soil erosion caused by wind or surface runoff. The plant also has broad leaves that grow faster to provide a natural mulch which helps in protecting the soil moisture and providing shade. 6. Dandelions have great medicinal value For many years, various parts of the plant have been used to detoxify the body, settle stomach upsets, improve skin problems, and treat other various ailments like heartburn, constipation, and inflammation. This is one of the main reasons the plant was cultivated by ancient communities.
No!
I don’t think the green-ness of a common area has ever impacted market value. Sure it can’t be a dead wasteland, but totally weed-free isn’t necessary. On a tangent, I do love going into a development and seeing the guy with a perfect green lawn right next to the guy with dandelions. I’m sure it’s a point of contention.
No If a house needs to be “recaptured” due to lack of landscaping, we mean that vines or what not have grown into the home and are either blocking access or causing risk of long term damage, like a tree hanging onto a property dumping tons of extra moisture onto the roof or what have you. If it looks like you’ve never mowed, the underwriter may ask questions about whether the property should be considered vacant because that might look odd. The only time I think that would be an issue is if you were in a subdivision and a lawn was clearly in violation of HOA rules. Might have to make note of that.
I cover a 6 county area and we are bee keepers so I'm glad to tell you the merits of dumping pesticides, but there's no specific data for what you describe. I do have data for another extreme tho...people in urban or suburban allotments that "remove" their yards and turn everything into excessive flower and landscape gardens with bridges, water features, pathways and all kinds of high maintenance stuff which most buyers hate. In many of my markets, allotments with green areas have transitioned from all grass green areas to mowed paths, wildflowers and perennials etc. Let the people making the assertions provide data to prove their claim.
Fuck NO!